Bill > HF2859

This bill authorizes local governments in Minnesota to establish specific speed limits for electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) within business districts. Under the new law, local units of government can adopt ordinances that set maximum speed limits for e-bikes, which will become effective only after appropriate signage is erected indicating the beginning and end of the speed-restricted segment. A peace officer from the local government may issue administrative citations for speed limit violations, but these citations will not be recorded on the rider's driving record, and commercial driver's license holders will not face penalties for e-bike speed infractions. The bill specifies that fines collected from these citations will be split between the local government's general fund and the state's active transportation account, with a standard fine of $60. Importantly, local governments cannot issue administrative citations for general e-bike riding rules, and the law includes provisions to ensure that these new speed limit regulations do not interfere with existing rules about e-bike usage on trails, roadways, bikeways, and shoulders. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing local governments time to prepare and implement the new regulations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2859&ssn=0&y=2025